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FJ05 LFW

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,119 mi
Last recorded17,119 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 LFW
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2018 17,119 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 17,054 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 17,002 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 16,699 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 16,693 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2012 16,691 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 16,308 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 13,855 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 8,584 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?

Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 10
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FJ05 LFW is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 15,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ05 LFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ05 LFW registered?

FJ05 LFW is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is FJ05 LFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ05 LFW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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